1988 Saab 9000 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 9000 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
